Bachelor of Arts in English
at Harvard University, Cambridge

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Private University
Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Bachelor of Arts in English
at
Harvard University
Overview

Harvard University`s Faculty of Arts and Sciences offers Bachelor of Arts in English Degree program. The duration of this program is 4 years. The tuition fees to pursue this program is USD 61676.0. TOEFL scores is accepted for admission to Harvard University Bachelor of Arts in English.

Duration	4 years
Course Level	UG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Tuition & Fees	₹53.42 Lakh View full breakup
Type of University	Private
Official Career Service Website	Go to Website

Bachelor of Arts in English
at
Harvard University
Fees

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 53,42,375

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 18,35,478
Insurance	INR 3,63,977
Transportation	INR 2,07,888
Application fee	INR 7,363
Personal expenses	INR 2,16,550
Books	INR 86,620
Total approximate fees	INR 27,17,876

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 86.62 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 16ᵗʰ January 2025

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Bachelor of Arts in English
at
Harvard University
Entry Requirements

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Applicants must have passed high school

Recommanded Subjects:-

English for four years: close and extensive reading of the classics of the world’s literature

Four years of a single foreign language

History for at least two years, and preferably three years: American history, European history, and one additional advanced history course

Mathematics for four years

Science for four years: physics, chemistry, and biology, and preferably one of these at an advanced level

Frequent practice in the writing of expository prose

Various important secondary school subjects, such as art and music, are not specifically mentioned in the recommendations
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Bachelor of Arts in English
at
Harvard University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Two teacher evaluations are required
- Ask two teachers in different academic subjects who know you well to complete the Teacher Recommendation forms (which includes an evaluation form and a letter of recommendation)

ESSAYS

Personal Essay required
Essay topics include:
- Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story
- The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?
- Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?
- Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?
- Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others
- Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?
- Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design

Step two

Additional documents required

School Report (which includes a counselor letter) and high school transcript
Midyear School Report (after first semester grades)
The supplement includes five required short-answer questions, each with a 150 word limit
- Harvard has long recognized the importance of enrolling a diverse student body. How will the life experiences that shape who you are today enable you to contribute to Harvard?
- Describe a time when you strongly disagreed with someone about an idea or issue. How did you communicate or engage with this person? What did you learn from this experience?
- Briefly describe any of your extracurricular activities, employment experience, travel, or family responsibilities that have shaped who you are.
- How do you hope to use your Harvard education in the future?
- Top 3 things your roommates might like to know about you.
ELP Scores
Copy of Passport

Step three

Start your online application

https://apply.commonapp.org/Login

Step four

Application fees for this course

USD 85 = INR 7.36 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card

The Monthly Payment Plan (MPP) allows applicant to pay charges for tuition and mandatory fees in four installments each semester
There is a $35 fee per semester to be enrolled in the Monthly Payment Plan
You must pay monthly installments by the due date each month and pay all past due charges prior to the start of each semester in order to continue to be eligible to participate

Step five

Application deadline

Fall (Aug): 1st Jan

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

Bachelor of Arts in English
at
Harvard University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#3	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2025
#4	World University QS, 2025
#1	Global Universities US News & World Report, 2024

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Bachelor of Arts in English
at
Harvard University
Highlights

Bachelors in English is offered by Faculty of Arts and Sciences under Harvard University , USA
Humans use stories to cope and thrive, from prehistoric cave paintings to distilling experience in novels, screenplays, and hip hop rhymes
By studying English literature, students learn how to analyze and appreciate the language of the past and to contribute to the narrative of the future
Concentrators will develop expertise in interpreting others’ rhetoric and learn to communicate meaningfully